The Illusion of Authenticity: Rethinking what it means to be ourselves at work and why it matters - Softcover

Chung, Elaine

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798218627560

Verlag: Beyond the Change, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

Authenticity isn't just "being you". It's owning your most intentional self. The version of you that not only operates at your best, but also elevates everyone around you.

We're told to bring our authentic selves to work, but what does that really mean for leaders and teams? Too often, authenticity is mistaken for unfiltered self-expression rather than a skill that deepens with experience and self-awareness.

True authenticity comes from understanding the layers of identities that shape us, from our experiences, values, and choices. These layers influence how we lead, collaborate, and navigate change. Without this awareness, we risk leading in ways that feel misaligned and create unnecessary friction.

In this book, you'll rethink what authenticity really means in leadership and walk away with a stronger sense of who you are, how you lead and how to bring out the best in both yourself and your team. By reframing authenticity, you'll gain the tools to foster trust, lead with greater adaptability, and elevate team performance. Imagine a workplace where leaders foster a culture where people bring their best, tackle challenges with confidence, and find greater meaning -and even a little joy-at work.

Shifting how we think about authenticity isn't just an individual exercise, it's a leadership imperative. When we embrace this new perspective, we build stronger teams, more resilient organizations, and a culture of collaboration that fuels lasting success.

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Elaine Chung is a leadership strategist and collaboration catalyst who helps leaders build high-performing, connected teams by rethinking authenticity. Rather than simply "being yourself," she challenges leaders to integrate the identities that shape how they show up. This shift fosters trust, creativity, and resilience, making work more joyful and teams more effective. She has helped leaders at Fortune 500 companies and fast-growing startups to transform workplace culture, navigate change, and build teams where people do their best work together.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Beyond the Change
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798218627560
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 140
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